Nb1Cr3 is a niobium-chromium intermetallic compound classified as a semiconductor, representing a research-phase material within the family of refractory metal compounds. This composition combines niobium's high-temperature stability with chromium's corrosion resistance, making it of potential interest for advanced structural and electronic applications in extreme environments. The material remains largely in experimental development, with investigation focused on its electrical and thermal properties for next-generation high-temperature electronics and specialized coating applications.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 33,092.8 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 13,424.7 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.00700 range 0.000100–0.01190median of 3 measurements | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | 0.3430 range 0.09000–0.5070median of 3 measurements | eV/atom | — |